A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Quantico Base that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Quantico Base
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Quantico Base. Other nearby bases include Woodbridge (24), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Tolo Appliances LLC, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 2.8, 2.9 |
Closest matches for Quantico Base: Appliance Geek Inc (6.2 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tolo Appliances LLC (2.8 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (8.4 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Vision Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.9 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Quantico Base, VA
Most washer calls in Quantico Base come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Quantico Base
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Quantico Base, VA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.